MEET OUR TEAM
Our facility manager, program directors, and instructors bring decades of combined experience to Denton. Reach out directly to book a lesson or ask about programs.
LEADERSHIP
Emma Winstead
University of North Texas graduate (2022, Kinesiology). Coaching in Denton for 7 years. Certified Pro with RSPA.
Max Moeck
Grew up playing at Jack Coleman Pickleball & Tennis Center in Garland; degrees in education and music. Coaching since 2016, including Director of Junior Programs at Jack Coleman. Specializes in first-time players and competitive middle/high schoolers.
INSTRUCTORS & COACHES
Jamie Nanez
Former Head Tennis Pro at Wagon Wheel Tennis Center in Coppell (2015–2022) and assistant coach at Ferris State. Collin College and Southeastern Oklahoma State alum; M.S. in Sports Administration. Lives in Lake Dallas with wife Jill, daughter Jovie and German Shepherd Roger.
Kyan Rakeeb
Former #1 Varsity player at Denton High and multi-tournament champion. Has taught hundreds of private lessons, directed multiple Jr. Development Programs and served as Head Coordinator for Pickleball at DTPC. Coached Nike Tennis Camps and trained alongside Division 1 athletes and coaches.
Peyton Hill
Senior at UNT studying Criminal Justice. Nearly 7 years playing tennis, including Varsity high school tennis and UTR tournaments across Texas.
Topher Dickens
Playing tennis for 12 years; Denton High senior, a couple miles from DTPC. Hopes to study pre-law and play tennis at the University of Dallas.
Hannah Blazek
Varsity player at Ryan High School and regionals qualifier. Playing tennis 12 years, 7 at this facility. Loves helping others improve their game.
David Wilmot
From Zimbabwe; discovered pickleball after retiring in 2003 and has taught it at facilities across DFW. Approachable, safety-minded coach for beginner and intermediate players.